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2005-01-26
Public domain in the USA.
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Verne, Jules
1828
1905
Verne, Júlio
Verne, Jules Gabriël
Verne, Jules Gabriel
Verne, Gyula
La maison à vapeur: Voyage à travers l'Inde septentrionale
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Steam_House Wikipedia page about this book: https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/La_Maison_%C3%A0_vapeur
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"La maison à vapeur: Voyage à travers l'Inde septentrionale" by Jules Verne is a novel written in the late 19th century. Set against the backdrop of colonial India, it intertwines adventure and the significant historical events occurring at the time, including the backdrop of the Sepoy Rebellion. The narrative appears to focus on complex characters, including the elusive Dandou-Pant, better known as Nana Sahib, a significant figure in the revolt against British rule. At the start of the story, we encounter a tense atmosphere in Aurungabad, where news of a bounty on the head of Dandou-Pant circulates in the streets. A faquir, an intriguing character who seems to blend into the local community, unexpectedly tears down a poster announcing the bounty, hinting at his connection to Dandou-Pant. The narrative shifts from the bustling town to discussions of the consequences of the rebellion, building a sense of urgency and danger as characters speculate about the nabab's fate. The opening scene sets a vivid stage for the intertwining tales of revenge, power struggles, and the quest for justice, foreshadowing the adventure that awaits the characters in the northern territories of India. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 70.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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India -- History -- Sepoy Rebellion, 1857-1858 -- Fiction
Adventure stories
British -- India -- Fiction
Mutiny -- India -- Fiction
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Category: Historical Novels
Category: Adventure
Category: French Literature
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